The development of the Indian katar

[Pukka Bundook]

What is so fascinating about these Southern katars, is that the engraving is symbolic, not just ornamental.
I recall Jens, looking up your 'fish' katar, and finding a meaning.
I do not recall it now in sufficient detail to write it here, I may make a mistake.

It is the same with the peacock, and the Yali.
It appears these Met katars are all from Tanjore??